--- title: "University Applications - NIE: Medical Admissions Preparation" description: "If you are applying for undergraduate medicine in Australia, you need to be aware that some of the universities have other or extra selection admissions criteri" url: "https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/university-applications" date: "2026-07-28T13:06:47+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # University Applications # University Applications Live Online Medical Admissions Workshop # How to Successfully Apply for Medicine in Australia, New Zealand and the UK A practical and interactive session for students and families seeking clear guidance through the medical school application process. Date Saturday, 22 August 2026 **Sunday, 13 September 2026** Time 10:00 am – 2:30 pm AEST **12:00 pm – 4:30 pm AEST** Format Live Online and Interactive Approximately four hours of expert guidance, practical activities and live questions and answers. ## Understand the Medical School Application Process Gaining entry into medicine is highly competitive, but informed planning can make the application process clearer and more manageable. This live online class provides students and families with practical, personalised guidance on applying to undergraduate medicine programs across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. You will learn how different universities assess applicants, how to plan your application strategy and which steps require your attention throughout the admissions cycle. ## What You Will Learn **Application planning** How to prepare and apply for undergraduate medicine in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. **Selection criteria** Understand the role of ATAR results, UCAT scores, interviews and personal statements. **Course selection** How to identify courses and universities that suit your academic results, circumstances and goals. **Preference management** How to manage preferences through application systems such as UAC, VTAC, UCAS and other relevant platforms. **Important timelines** Key application dates, prerequisites, interview periods and expected university offer rounds. **Common application mistakes** Identify misunderstandings and avoid errors that may weaken or limit an application. **Alternative entry pathways** Explore undergraduate, postgraduate and reapplication pathways into medicine. **Your next steps** Develop a clearer and more realistic plan based on your current stage of preparation. ## More Than a Passive Webinar This session is designed as an active learning experience rather than a standard presentation. Students and parents will have opportunities to participate in practical activities, ask questions and clarify issues relevant to their individual circumstances. The session includes live questions and answers, practical application-planning exercises and expert guidance that can be acted upon immediately. ## Who Should Attend? - Secondary school students considering undergraduate medicine - University students exploring medical entry or postgraduate pathways - Students preparing for UCAT, university applications or medical interviews - Parents seeking a clearer understanding of the admissions process - Students comparing medical entry options across Australia, New Zealand and the UK ## Build a Clearer Medical Entry Strategy If you are serious about studying medicine, this workshop will help you understand your options, avoid preventable mistakes and approach the application process with greater clarity and confidence. 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Date Saturday, 22 August 2026 Sunday, 13 September 2026 Time 10:00 am – 2:30 pm AEST 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm AEST Format Live Online and Interactive Approximately four hours of expert guidance, practical activities and live questions and answers. Understand the Medical School Application Process Gaining entry into medicine is highly competitive, but informed planning can make the application process clearer and more manageable. This live online class provides students and families with practical, personalised guidance on applying to undergraduate medicine programs across Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. You will learn how different universities assess applicants, how to plan your application strategy and which steps require your attention throughout the admissions cycle. What You Will Learn Application planningHow to prepare and apply for undergraduate medicine in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Selection criteriaUnderstand the role of ATAR results, UCAT scores, interviews and personal statements. Course selectionHow to identify courses and universities that suit your academic results, circumstances and goals. Preference managementHow to manage preferences through application systems such as UAC, VTAC, UCAS and other relevant platforms. Important timelinesKey application dates, prerequisites, interview periods and expected university offer rounds. Common application mistakesIdentify misunderstandings and avoid errors that may weaken or limit an application. Alternative entry pathwaysExplore undergraduate, postgraduate and reapplication pathways into medicine. Your next stepsDevelop a clearer and more realistic plan based on your current stage of preparation. More Than a Passive Webinar This session is designed as an active learning experience rather than a standard presentation. Students and parents will have opportunities to participate in practical activities, ask questions and clarify issues relevant to their individual circumstances. The session includes live questions and answers, practical application-planning exercises and expert guidance that can be acted upon immediately. Who Should Attend? Secondary school students considering undergraduate medicine University students exploring medical entry or postgraduate pathways Students preparing for UCAT, university applications or medical interviews Parents seeking a clearer understanding of the admissions process Students comparing medical entry options across Australia, New Zealand and the UK Build a Clearer Medical Entry Strategy If you are serious about studying medicine, this workshop will help you understand your options, avoid preventable mistakes and approach the application process with greater clarity and confidence. 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